Buttered Noodles With Ground Turkey
Enjoy a simple yet delicious meal with these Buttered Noodles with Ground Turkey. This dish combines tender ground turkey with rich, buttery noodles, making it a perfect one-pot meal that's quick to prepare. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 679kcal
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Pot for pasta
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 lb pasta your choice
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions or use pre-cooked pasta.
- In a frying pan, heat olive oil on medium-high heat.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned (about 8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the cooked turkey to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the melted butter and stir until the noodles are fully coated.
- If the noodles were pre-cooked and are cold, heat them on high, stirring frequently until they are warmed through.
- Taste the noodles and add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Add the cooked turkey back to the pan and mix until well combined.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground beef or chicken.
- Any pasta shape can be used for this recipe.
- Adjust the amount of butter to your preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 679kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 593mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg